Because of the almost 10 year gap between Iain and myself, we have never had a close relationship. I had left the house by the time he was 10 and emerging into his own person. We saw each other occasionally, but I always felt that he was out of my reach and out of touch from me. I could have tried harder to mend this, but I didn’t. That’s why, when a year ago he called and asked if he could take some timeout on the farm with us, I didn’t even hesitate in saying yes. It was like I was being given a second chance to rekindle my relationship with him. Which I’ve done. And I love the fact that he is now resident here and that we get to see him weekly, if not more than that. I love that my girls have a bond with their Uncle, and that they completely adore him and love spending time with him. Just as it should be. Sept 2009
3 comments:
that is a pretty large gap..i think it is great that you became close...my husband and his brother are 9 yrs and they are getting closer now that they are older as well. i bet your girls love having him around!
Love the title & the honest journaling Shayne!
love your take shayne!!! and your story about your brother is so heartwarming. ;o)
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